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The Poster Art of Hans Arnold Rothholz

A Barbican Library foyer Exhibition

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A Post Office Savings Bank poster by designer Hans Arnold Rothholz

Hans Arnold Rothholz, poster designer and graphic artist, immigrated to Britain in 1933 from Germany and belonged to a generation of designers who transformed visual communication in Britain.

He studied at Willesden Technical College and the Reimann School and his career spanned the 1940s to the 1970s.

Many posters were commissions including the 1951 Festival of Britain, London Transport, Ealing Studios and Lyons Corner House. A collection of his poster will be on display and available for purchase.  Please note that the Library is closed on Sundays.

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Barbican Library

Location
The Barbican Libraries are located on Level 2 within the Barbican. They can be accessed from the main building via stairs or lifts from Level G or via Frobisher Crescent from the highwalks.


Address
Level 2, Barbican Centre
Silk Street, London
EC2Y 8DS

Public transport
The Barbican is widely accessible by bus, tube, train and by foot or bicycle. Plan your journey and find more route information in ‘Your Visit’ or book your car parking space in advance.